Jimmy Butler has tallied 2.0 steals per game this year, putting him in the company of the best players in the NBA in this category: 100th percentile.Jimmy Butler has been on the court for 33.4 minutes per game this year, putting him among the most-utilized players in the NBA: 90th percentile.Jimmy Butler has committed a mere 0.0 technical fouls per game this season, quite a bit less than his 0.1 technicals per game last season.The Heat have played at the 6th-quickest pace-of-play in the league away from their home court this year, which ought to boost opportunities for the Pelicans.Jimmy Butler will enjoy the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing in your home city usually increases player production for all stats.
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